Scindapsus pictus aka Satin Pothos

Taxonomy

Scindapsus pictus, or silver vine, is a species of flowering plant in the arum family Araceae, native to India, Bangladesh, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It is an evergreen climber that typically grows to 3 m (10 ft) tall in open ground, with matte green leaves covered in silver blotches. They can tolerate temperatures as low as 15 °C (59 °F) and are grown as houseplants in temperate regions, where they typically reach a height of 90 cm (35 in). The cultivar 'Argyraeus' has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. Contrary to its name, it is not pothos and belongs to a completely different genus. These gorgeous, trailing vines grow far slower than pothos and are admired for their thick, sparkly leaves.

Common names

Satin Pothos, Silver Pothos, Pothos

How to care for Satin Pothos

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Satin Pothos due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Satin Pothos should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Satin Pothos loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Satin Pothos prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Dormancy

During the wintertime, it's common for Satin Pothos to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

Satin Pothos is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

Humidity

No additional humidity is required for the Satin Pothos. Plants take in most of their water through their roots, not their leaves, therefore, watering the soil is the most effective way to supply humidity to your plants.

Fertilizer

The growth rate of Satin Pothos is slow and it doesn't necessitate additional fertilizing. By changing the soil in its pot annually, the plant should be provided with adequate nutrition. It is crucial to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizers.

Region of origin

Satin Pothos’s native range is Southeast Asia to Oceania.


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